Ginger Root is renouned for its stomach settling properties and as a treatment for digestive problems. It is also been helpful for relieving colds and arthritis.
It acts as a digestive stimulant and as an antioxidant to prevent lipid peroxidation. It works primarily in the digestive tract to increase digestive fluids, neutralize acids and it may be a good medicinal alternative to antinausea drugs that effect the central nervous system and cause grogginess. Gingers antinausea effects make it useful for reducing dizziness, upset stomach and morning sickness. Its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties may help relieve muscle aches, ease bronchial constriction due to allergies or colds, and reduce chronic pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and inflamed joints.
It also cleanses the kidneys and bowels which increase circulation throughout the body. This provides more nutrients to the cells in the body and therefore increases energy levels for greater activity and mobility.
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